Tracking politics for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Politics · National NewsThailand votes Feb 8: People’s Party leader Natthaphong vows pardons for 55 political detainees and seeks a solo majority, promising military and police reform.
Economy · PoliticsLearn how Thailand’s opposition People’s Party plans a ฿250B, 100-day injection to deliver affordable mortgages, SME credit and AI-driven factory upgrades.
Politics · EconomyActivist Ruangkrai asks Election Commission to probe Pheu Thai’s nine-prizes-a-day ฿1m lottery for missing cost disclosure; penalties could reach ฿500k a day.
National News · PoliticsFind out how Thai Navy GPS data showed trenches lie 500 m inside Cambodia, easing locals’ concerns along the Thailand–Cambodia border in Trat province.
Politics · EconomyWith 25% of voters still uncommitted, Thailand’s main parties unleash last-minute economic, security and cash-lottery pitches to sway swing voters ahead of the 8 Feb polls.
Politics · EnvironmentParties pitch 250-baht/rai no-burn pay, forest bonds and Clean Air Act revival. Northern Thailand election voters debate farm pay and clean air—read more.
Politics · EconomyThai parties promise cash handouts and lotteries, but economists warn pledges could add ฿300 billion to public debt. See how election offers could hit your wallet.
Politics · TechKalasin’s Patthanun Chandorn and wife fled to Dubai after a 150-million-baht online betting probe, pressing MPs to reform Thailand’s gambling laws—read on.
Politics · National NewsPathum Thani ceremony with US envoy and Thai general honors fallen soldiers, spotlights 190-year alliance, and sets stage for Cobra Gold 2026 military drills.